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Title: The Notebooks of Leonardo Da Vinci — Complete
Original Publication: 1888
Credits: This eBook was produced by Charles Aldarondo and the Distributed Proofreaders team
Summary: "The Notebooks of Leonardo Da Vinci — Complete" by Leonardo da Vinci is a comprehensive collection of writings and sketches that delve into various aspects of art and science, first compiled in the late 19th century. The notebooks reveal Leonardo's insights and observations on topics such as painting techniques, perspective, anatomy, and natural phenomena, reflecting the innovative spirit of the Renaissance era. The content spans approximately thirty years of Leonardo's intellectual labor, showcasing his analytical approach to understanding the world. The opening of the work provides an introduction and context for Leonardo's writings, emphasizing the challenges in deciphering his unique handwriting and the chaotic arrangement of his notes. It outlines the author's intent to publish his manuscripts, which cover a wide range of subjects, from theoretical knowledge required for painting to the principles of perspective. Additionally, the preface highlights the confusion present in the manuscripts and the importance of organizing them logically to aid readers. This initial portion sets the stage for an exploration of Leonardo's brilliant mind, inviting readers to engage with the fascinating intersection of art and science he so passionately pursued. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Leonardo, da Vinci, 1452-1519
Translator: Richter, Jean Paul, 1847-1937
EBook No.: 5000
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 2056
Language: English
Subject: Leonardo, da Vinci, 1452-1519 -- Notebooks, sketchbooks, etc.
LoCC: Fine Arts: Painting
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Notebooks of Leonardo Da Vinci — Complete
Original Publication: 1888
Credits: This eBook was produced by Charles Aldarondo and the Distributed Proofreaders team
Summary: "The Notebooks of Leonardo Da Vinci — Complete" by Leonardo da Vinci is a comprehensive collection of writings and sketches that delve into various aspects of art and science, first compiled in the late 19th century. The notebooks reveal Leonardo's insights and observations on topics such as painting techniques, perspective, anatomy, and natural phenomena, reflecting the innovative spirit of the Renaissance era. The content spans approximately thirty years of Leonardo's intellectual labor, showcasing his analytical approach to understanding the world. The opening of the work provides an introduction and context for Leonardo's writings, emphasizing the challenges in deciphering his unique handwriting and the chaotic arrangement of his notes. It outlines the author's intent to publish his manuscripts, which cover a wide range of subjects, from theoretical knowledge required for painting to the principles of perspective. Additionally, the preface highlights the confusion present in the manuscripts and the importance of organizing them logically to aid readers. This initial portion sets the stage for an exploration of Leonardo's brilliant mind, inviting readers to engage with the fascinating intersection of art and science he so passionately pursued. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Leonardo, da Vinci, 1452-1519
Translator: Richter, Jean Paul, 1847-1937
EBook No.: 5000
Published: Jan 1, 2004
Downloads: 2056
Language: English
Subject: Leonardo, da Vinci, 1452-1519 -- Notebooks, sketchbooks, etc.
LoCC: Fine Arts: Painting
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.